Christmas Assistance Application 2025

The Salvation Army High Point Resource Centre serves: Downtown Victoria, Esquimalt, The Gorge, James Bay, and Vic West. Please only apply if you live within one of these communities.

Call 250-383-6290 if you are unsure if your address is within our catchment.

Connection Point serves Westshore communities, including: View Royal, Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, East Sooke, Sooke, Port Renfrew, Malahat, Mill Bay, and Shawnigan Lake. If this is your area, please apply here

Next Steps Resource Centre serves the following communities, including: Brentwood Bay, Central and North Saanich, Cook Street Village, Cordova Bay, Gordon Head, Oak Bay, Quadra Village, Royal Oak, Saanich, and Sidney. If this is your area, please apply here

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

It is our pleasure to assist the most vulnerable in our communities.

Currently we are accepting applications for Christmas Hampers and Gifts for Children (0-17).

While The Salvation Army endeavours to meet the needs of everyone coming to us for assistance, the size of the demand has exceeded our capacity. For this reason, we are introducing new eligibility criteria.

Who is Eligible?

The Salvation Army exists in three communities across the Capital Regional District. The Salvation Army location closest to your living address will be The Salvation Army to serve you. Applying to a unit outside of your area, may result in your being redirected to a more appropriate location. Proof of address will be required at the time of pickup.

You are eligible for assistance if your combined annual gross family income is at or below the following income levels (line 150 of most recent tax assessment of all family members).

# in Household	1	2	3	4	5	6	7+
Combined Income	$30,526	$38,003	$46,720	$56,724	$64,336	$72,560	$80,785

These numbers are determined by the Statistics Canada low-income threshold.

Below, you will be asked to declare your combined household income. Please note, you may be asked to provide proof of income for all members of your household before your application is approved.

Households with an income level higher than that outlined may be considered for assistance, on a case-by-case basis. Please be prepared to share why you are applying for assistance if your income is above the low-income threshold.

The purpose of this assistance is to ensure individuals and families have the means to provide a special meal at Christmas as well as a gift for each of their children. The Salvation Army acknowledges the significant expenses individuals and families juggle, and it is our hope to alleviate some of that pressure for those most at risk.

How many income earning people live in your household, as claimed on your 2024 taxes.*
What was your combined family income (add up line 150 of everyone's 2024 taxes)?*
You have indicated that your household income level is higher than eligibility guidelines. Approval will be considered on a case-by-case basis, you may continue on to complete this application. Please share why you are applying for assistance.*

Applicant Name **Exactly as it appears on your ID*

First NameLast Name
Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Applicant Gender*
Christmas*

MonthDayYear
Type of housing*
Street Address*

Street Address

Apartment/Unit/Suite Number, Basement, Upstairs, etc

Province

Postal Code
Community*

Downtown VictoriaVic WestEsquimaltThe GorgeJames BayOther
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
How many children in the household (17 and younger)*
How many adults in the household (18 and older) including yourself*

2- Adult's Name (not yourself) **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
2- Gender*
2- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
3- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
3- Gender*
3- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
4- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
4- Gender*
4- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
5- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
5- Gender*
5- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
6- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
6- Gender*
6- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
7- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
7- Gender*
7- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
8- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
8- Gender*
8- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
9- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
9- Gender*
9- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear

1- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
1- Gender*
1- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
1- Child's Age on Christmas Day
2- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
2- Gender*
2- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
2- Child's Age on Christmas Day
3- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
3- Gender*
3- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
3- Child's Age on Christmas Day
4- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
4- Gender*
4- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
4- Child's Age on Christmas Day
5- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
5- Gender*
5- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
5- Child's Age on Christmas Day
6- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
6- Gender*
6- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
6- Child's Age on Christmas Day
7- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
7- Gender*
7- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
7- Child's Age on Christmas Day
8- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
8- Gender*
8- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
8- Child's Age on Christmas Day
9- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
9- Gender*
9- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
9- Child's Age on Christmas Day
10- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
10- Gender*
10- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
10- Child's Age on Christmas Day
11- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
11- Gender*
11- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
11- Child's Age on Christmas Day

Christmas Hamper Pick Up Time*
Adults Only Gift Card Pick Up Time*
Families with Children Pick Up Time*

Please Select:*

I will upload my 2024 Notice of Assessment belowI will bring in my 2024 Notice of Assessment in person to High Point
If you choose to bring your 2024 Notice of Assessment in person, please bring it as soon as possible, your application will not proceed without this step.

Our hours are:
Wednesday 9 - noon & 1-3pm
Friday 9 - noon & 1-3pm

Please ring the doorbell when you arrive.
Upload your 2024 Notice of Assessment here:*

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By submitting my application, I confirm:*

I have not applied for help from any other Christmas Network agency.I will bring identification for all household members (including children) to my pickup appointment. Photocopies on paper, or a photo on your phone are acceptable. (Examples of accepted ID: driver's license, BC Services card, passport, birth certificate, citizenship card.)All information provided in this application is correct. If my address is DIFFERENT than what is on my ID, I will bring additional proof of address. (Examples of additional proof of address: a phone bill, a utility bill, or other mail you've received through Canada Post.)
You must agree to all statements to apply.
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Our Christmas applications are now closed.